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        You are here: Home / Latest News / AFA News in Review – April 24, 2026

        AFA News in Review – April 24, 2026

        April 24, 2026 17:00 Leave a Comment

        In This Edition

        • Single PSS Is Coming: What It Means For You
        • Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – April 2026
        • Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – April 2026
        • Join The Picket Line: Support Horizon Flight Attendants on Tuesday, April 28
        • Next Week’s Events

        Single PSS Is Coming: What It Means For You

        Originally posted April 21, 2026

        The Alaska/Hawaiian merger takes a big step forward with the transition of both airlines onto a single Passenger Service System (PSS). Though jumpseat and commuter policies will remain separate until we achieve a joint collective bargaining agreement (JCBA), you’ll want to be in the loop on how to navigate FLY following the cutover.

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        Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – April 2026

        Originally posted April 21, 2026

        April’s Hotel Committee meeting brings finalized crew hotel decisions for PHL, MKE, IAD, and PSP, addresses ongoing challenges with the company’s hotel vendor API, and debunks rumors about leaving a key KOA layover property. Get the details on GPS tracking for ground transportation, upcoming site visits in cities like JFK and SYD, and why your CrewCare and hotel reporting feedback is more important than ever.

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        Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – April 2026

        Originally posted April 23, 2026 | Pre-Merger Alaska

        Pay errors, technology glitches, and evolving scheduling processes are just some of the challenges our pre-merger Alaska Scheduling Committee is confronting right now. Read more about potential 4-position pairings, what line averages and reserve utilization will look like for June, and when you’re required to check Block2Block messaging under the new contractual requirements.

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        Join The Picket Line: Support Horizon Flight Attendants on Tuesday, April 28

        Originally posted April 24, 2026

        On Tuesday, April 28, join us on the picket line at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to support Horizon Air Flight Attendants in their fight for a fair contract. Let’s show up, stand strong together, and make it clear that our solidarity demands respect and a fair contract for Horizon Flight Attendants.

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        Next Week’s Events

        Tuesday, April 28AFA Horizon Contract Now Picket @ SEA
        Tuesday, April 28 – Thursday, April 30Joint Contract Negotiations
        Friday, May 1LEC Officer Elections: Council 19 (SEA pmAS) Polls Open

        See the MEC Event Calendar >

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        Join The Picket Line: Support Horizon Flight Attendants on Tuesday, April 28

        April 24, 2026

        Since November 2023, Horizon Air Flight Attendants have been in negotiations, fighting tirelessly to secure a new contract that recognizes their work. Even after applying for mediation in January 2025, management continues to offer proposals that ignore the essential contributions Horizon Flight Attendants make to the success of Horizon Air and Alaska Air Group.  On […]

        Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – April 2026

        April 23, 2026

        This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants On Tuesday, April 21, our pre-merger Alaska AFA Scheduling Committee Chairpersons and Representatives met in person at the Alaska Airlines Global Training Center in Renton, WA to discuss their ongoing work to represent our Flight Attendants and push for improvements in our workplace. Representing you at the […]

        Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – April 2026

        April 21, 2026

        On Monday, April 13, our AFA Local Hotel Committee Chairpersons met virtually to receive an update about current layover hotels and transportation providers and discuss concerns with management. Representing you at the meeting were Dori Marron (ANC), Jarod McNeill (SEA pmAS), Kelly Hepworth (PDX), Barry Spitzer (SFO), Brian Sherill (LAX pmAS), and Kanani Vallot (SAN), […]

        Single PSS Is Coming: What It Means For You

        April 21, 2026

        Tonight, the Alaska and Hawaiian merger will reach another major milestone—the integration of both airlines into a single passenger service computer system (PSS). While this change will affect Flight Attendants less than other groups—like Customer Service Agents and airport staff—there are still important updates you should know. Block2Block App and Onboard Service Pre-merger Hawaiian Flight […]

        Navigating Acute & Delayed Stress As A Flight Attendant

        April 14, 2026

        Stress is an inherent aspect of the Flight Attendant profession, often stemming from the demanding nature of responsibilities and the unpredictable nature of air travel. It’s essential for Flight Attendants not only to understand the different types of stress they may encounter but also to recognize the warning signs of acute and delayed stress for […]

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